The hair requires much TLC it requires to look its best. And the focus is not only on actual strands that need care and attention, the scalp does needs attention too.
Do you want to deal with hair-raising problems like greasiness, breakage and product build-up? How do you tackle a receding hairline? How can you get a barber that is good and affordable? We gathered award-winning hairdressers to grooming savants – to provide the answers to all these questions and more when it comes to men’s haircuts.
1. Switch to matte products if the hair is thinning
For many men, hair thins out as they hit their thirties and forties. To make it look thicker and more manageable, use a matte styling paste or clay. Matte products absorb light and instantly make the hair appear a little thicker.
2. Give yourself an eggwash
You may laugh, but it is to wash your hair in eggs once a month for the protein, do so religiously.
3. Pick the right moment for a haircut
To get the undivided attention of a barber or stylist, timing is everything. Most salons are quieter at the beginning and end of the day, so it’s worth asking for the very first or last appointment. Go for the former and your stylist is likely to be at their freshest and most enthusiastic too.
4. Use a pre-styling product
Guys often know exactly what products to use to ‘finish’ a style. However, they commonly miss the vital element of adding a pre-styler when the hair is damp. Mousses, sea salt sprays and even serums can have a real impact on the finished style when used correctly.
5. Less is often more
One of the biggest hair mistakes men make when it comes to styling is using too much product. A little can go a long way and if you use products sparingly you’ll find yourself sporting a more natural look while avoiding a heavy and greasy appearance.
6. Apply shampoo to dry hair to remove wax
The best way to deal with wax is to apply shampoo to dry hair and rinse, then follow this with another application of shampoo. You will find that this method helps to break down the product and leave hair clean.
7. Pat dry, don’t rub
We men tend to think that the harder we rub our hair after washing the quicker it will dry. In reality, an over-zealous towel drying technique will just cause breakage – especially bad news if your hair already isn’t quite as thick as it used to be. Hair tends to be weaker when wet (and hence more prone to damage) so don’t rub too hard.
8. Chill out
In the same way that your teeth are only as good as your gums, your hair is only as good as your scalp. Regular stress can tighten the scalp and cause hair thinning. To de-stress and boost circulation to the scalp, ensuring healthy hair growth, think about getting regular, stimulating head massages.
9. Avoid overwashing
A common mistake men make with dry and coarse hair is over-washing it. If that’s your hair type, limit washing to once or twice a week and always apply a conditioner. Washing it every day will just make it even drier. If you reduce washing and use a conditioner, the result will be smoother, healthier-looking hair.
10. Don’t fiddle with greasy hair
If you have greasy growth on top of your head, it’s always a good idea to avoid using hot water. Don’t scrub and rub like mad; this only serves to further activate oil-producing sebaceous glands that are already overactive.